What’s On in Sydney December 2014

Wednesday December 3rd, 2014

It’s the time of year when celebrations are at their best, and this is certainly true in the case of Sydney. With perfect blue skies, pristine waters and the best fireworks display in the world, December is a fantastic time to pay a visit.

Click! at Badger and Fox Gallery

Boasting an impressive collection of more than 180 photographs from the likes of Bill Henson, Max Dupain and Henri Cartier-Bresson, Click! is a great opportunity to view some classic photographs and maybe pick yourself up some new art.

When: 19 November – 21 December

Where: Badger and Fox Gallery

Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage

To celebrate a decade since it’s debut performance in Sydney, Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage has returned to its roots. Following amazing worldwide success, Sydneysiders will once again get a chance to enjoy the magical story of Frances “Baby” Houseman.

When: 28 November – March, 2015

Where: Lyric Theatre

Santa Fest

For one whole magical month Darling Harbour will celebrate all things Santa, from paddle boat rides to carols, movies under the stars and more.

When: 29 November – 24 December

Where: Darling Harbour

Crystal Boudoir Burlesque Show

With its Parisian feel, Sydney’s Crystal Boudoir is the perfect place for an exciting Saturday night burlesque show that puts you straight into the 1920s.

When: 1 – 27 December

Where: GPO Sydney

Disney Fairies Trail

Take a magical journey through the Australian Botanic Garden to discover Tinkerbell and friends in various enchanted locations.

V8 Supercars Sydney NRMA 500

V8 Supercar drivers will push their limits in the season’s nail-biting final over three days. Kids under 14 receive free entry to the race.

When: 5 – 7 December

Where: Sydney Olympic Park

World’s Biggest Train Date

Join over 1,000 singles and board a privately booked Tangara train in a bid to find “the one”. Participants will find a potential new love interest at six different stops on this exciting train adventure, and will be given roughly ten minutes to chat with each new prospect.

When: 6 December

Where: Six stops

SLAM Beach Volleyball Tournament

SLAM is centred around a social beach volleyball competition and plays on some of the best beaches in around Australia. This year sees teams split in two – a ‘social’ team and a ‘competitive’ team.

When: 6 December

Where: South Cronulla Beach

Variety Santa Fun Run

Join thousands of Santas as Variety encourages people to raise money and run dressed up as Santa. Get in the festive spirit and raise some money for Sydney’s sick children.

When: 7 December

Where: Darling Harbour

Tropfest Film Festival

The world’s largest short film festival returns to Sydney in December and sees filmmakers battle it out to win the votes of high profile industry and celebrity judges.

Mother Goose: A New Australian Pantomime

This fun and exciting Christmas production sees everyone’s much-loved nursery rhyme characters come to life on stage. Featuring Paul Holmes as Mother Goose, this is one the kids won’t want to miss.

When: 8 – 23 December

Where: King Street Theatre, Newtown

Strut the Streets

With a target of raising $200,000, AIME is calling for everyone to enjoy a swimwear only party in Martin Place. AIME is a Non-Profit educational program proven to support Indigenous students through high school and university.

When: 13 December

Where: Martin Place

Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO Bricks

Be amazed by the architectural detail in an incredible lineup of Asian and Australian LEGO towers. Each tower is a 1:200 scale replica of a famous ‘real life’ tower.

When: 13 December – 19 April, 2015

Where: Museum of Sydney

Voices of Angels

The acclaimed Sydney Children’s Choir and Gondwana Voices present a mesmerising vocal performance that this year has a Latin flair. Conducted by Lyn Williams, this has been a sold out event for the last five years.

When: 13 and 15 December

Where: City Recital Hall

Christmas by the Beach

See the beautiful Dee Why promenade light up with an evening Christmas market perfect for stocking up on last-minute gifts. You can even have your photo taken with Santa while you’re there.

When: 19 December

Where: The Strand, Dee Why Beach

Woolworths Carols in the Domain

Australia’s biggest Christmas concert is back for its 32nd year, and looks set to be another star-studded event. Big performing names include Samantha Jade, The McClymonts, Mark Vincent, and the cast of Wicked the Musical.

When: 20 December

Where: The Domain

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

For 69 years, the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has been a big part of Aussie Christmas. An iconic summer sport, it sees maxi yachts battle it out to cross the Tasman Sea to reach the finish line in the Derwent River, Hobart. Don’t miss the launch in Sydney, where you will see hundreds of sails scattering the harbour.

When: 26 December

Where: Sydney Harbour

NYE Fireworks

Sydney is renowned as the New Year’s Eve capital of the world, thanks to the huge range of stunning fireworks on the harbour. There are some excellent vantage points from McMahon’s Lookout to Lady Macquarie’s chair, or get down in the heart of it all and enjoy them from The Rocks or the Opera House.

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